Janusz Michallik shares his thoughts on Radamel Falcao's admission that he had on-pitch discussions with Peru about the outcome of their qualifier.

Colombia's Radamel Falcao bemoans letting their lead slip against Paraguay.

Colombia captain Radamel Falcao has said he spoke to Peru players as the two sides played out a 1-1 World Cup qualifying draw that sent his country to Russia and ensured a playoff place for their opponents.

It has been alleged that Peru did not push for a winning goal after his intervention, because even though a win would have given them direct qualification a loss would have seen them miss the playoffs.

Peru, looking to reach the World Cup for the first time since 1982, now face a two-legged tie against New Zealand.

Asked about his actions, Falcao told reporters: "Obviously we were aware of what was going on in the other games, we were playing with knowledge of the other results and, in that moment, [we wanted] to make that known."

Tapia said he had discussed the situation but denied any pact about the scoreline had been reached.